Trump delivers $10 million to Ken Paxton in first major contribution of midterms
President Trump's MAGA Inc. super PAC had previously only given one donation this midterm cycle: about $800,000 to Darline Graham.
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Dark money in Texas Senate race spurs Talarico complaint to FEC against Paxton
James Talarico's Senate campaign is accusing Ken Paxton and his campaign treasurer of "illegally spending" $1 million that was routed to a Paxton-aligned super PAC.
Crockett on potential Texas poll center cuts
Local officials in Texas are voting on whether to cut the number of polling sites in the state's third-largest county. Officials say it would get rid of low-turnout sites, while Democrats argue it's voter suppression. Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas joins with her perspective.
What Trump's Texas trip says about Senate race
President Trump is headed to Texas on Thursday to help raise funds for Republican Senate nominee Ken Paxton. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
8/27: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Jury deliberations underway in Lindsay Clancy murder trial; President Trump travels to Texas for Ken Paxton Senate fundraiser.
Judge delays custody decision in surrogacy fight over newborn with heart defect
Dallas judge has delayed a custody decision, extending a temporary restraining order another two weeks as the legal fight over custody of a baby with a rare heart defect born to a surrogate continues.
Ted Cruz on Canada trade war, Senate race
GOP Sen. Ted Cruz joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new book, "Going Further: The Incomparable Clarence Thomas," and weigh in on the U.S.-Canada trade feud and the Senate race in Texas between Ken Paxton and James Talarico.
Trump front-and-center in South Carolina runoff
President Trump is stumping for Sen. Darline Graham in South Carolina on Friday night as GOP voters prepare for the Senate runoff election just days away. NOTUS senior congressional editor Deirdre Walsh and Wall Street Journal national politics reporter Ken Thomas join to discuss.
Surrogate gives birth to baby at center of multistate legal battle
Surrogate McKenna West declined to get an abortion requested by the intended parents after the baby she was carrying was diagnosed with a severe but treatable heart defect.
Poll: 75% say inflation outpacing income
New CBS News polling shows many Americans don't think President Trump is doing enough to bring down prices. Political strategists Rina Shah and Amirah Sequeira join with analysis.
Texas appeals court reverses injunction that closed midwife's clinics
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton accused Maria Rojas of performing illegal abortions and practicing medicine without a license last year.
Trump announces first-ever Republican midterm convention in Dallas
President Donald Trump has announced that Republicans will hold their first-ever national convention ahead of the midterm elections in Dallas.
SCOTUS lifts limits on political party spending
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down coordinated spending caps, unwinding campaign finance limits before the midterms. Alex Isenstadt, senior political reporter at Axios, and Mario Parker, managing editor at Bloomberg, join to discuss.
Texas Democratic chair on Talarico Senate race
Texas Democrats are touting new polling that claims Democrat James Talarico is tied with the state's Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton in a tight Senate race. Texas has not elected a Democrat to the Senate since 1988. Kendall Scudder, chair of the Texas Democratic Party, joins "CBS Morning News" to discuss the race.
Democrats rally for Talarico at Texas convention
Democrats from around the country are convening in Texas for the party's largest gathering this year. A top focus of the three-day convention will be on the state's upcoming Senate race. CBS News political contributor and Talarico campaign adviser Chuck Rocha joins to assess the state of the race.
Talarico, Paxton to face hurdles in Texas race
Texas State Rep. James Talarico and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton will face off for a U.S. Senate seat following Paxton's primary runoff win earlier this week. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has more on the road to the midterms.
Talarico on Texas Senate race against Paxton
Texas state Rep. James Talarico is reacting to Ken Paxton's win in the Republican runoff that set up what's bound to be a pivotal race in the 2026 midterms. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Paxton projected to win Texas Senate GOP runoff, defeating incumbent Cornyn
President Trump had endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the primary runoff.
Republicans ramp up attacks against Talarico
Texas Republicans are ramping up their attacks against state Democratic Rep. James Talarico following the Ken Paxton runoff win against incumbent Sen. John Cornyn. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe spoke to Talarico about Paxton.
Political strategists on Texas primary
Democratic strategist Joel Payne and Republican strategist T.W. Arrighi join "The Takeout" with their thoughts on Ken Paxton's win in the Texas GOP Senate primary and President Trump's recent comments that he doesn't care about the upcoming midterm elections.
Ken Paxton to face James Talarico for Senate
In Texas, the state's Attorney General Ken Paxton ousted four-term Senator John Cornyn, making him the third Republican incumbent to lose this month after failing to earn President Trump's endorsement. Ed O'Keefe spoke with Paxton's Democratic opponent, James Talarico.
Takeaways from Paxton win in Texas GOP runoff
Tuesday's runoff election in Texas saw another Republican incumbent lose his seat to a Trump-backed nominee. Four-term Sen. John Cornyn conceded the race to state Attorney General Ken Paxton, who picked up a late endorsement from President Trump. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more from the Lone Star State.
Talarico on Senate race with Ken Paxton
Democrat James Talarico will face off with Republican Ken Paxton for a U.S. Senate seat after Paxton beat Sen. John Cornyn in Texas' GOP primary runoff Wednesday night. Talarico spoke with Ed O'Keefe about his campaign.
Full interview: James Talarico
State Rep. James Talarico, the Democratic candidate for Texas Senate, speaks with CBS News' Ed O'Keefe for his first network interview since state Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated incumbent John Cornyn in the GOP runoff election. Talarico called Paxton the "most corrupt politician in America" and slammed him for giving out "Epstein-style sweetheart deals to pedophiles."
Talarico responds to GOP attacks on past remark
Texas state Rep. and Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico responded to Republican attacks over his past remark that God is "nonbinary." "There are some statements that I've made that I certainly regret," He told CBS News' Ed O'Keefe, but accused his GOP opponent Ken Paxton of "intentionally clipping my cringey comments to distract from his career of corruption."
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Armed man arrested after charging at Democratic Ohio governor candidate
Several people were injured when an armed assailant lunged at Amy Acton, the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, campaign officials said.
GOP conference chair says Miller is "our nominee right now" despite allegations
House Republican Conference Chair Lisa McClain said she is supporting Rep. Max Miller's reelection bid for a third term because "I will support anyone with an R behind their name."
At least 5 dead in Amazon cargo plane crash at Miami airport
An Amazon cargo plane overran a runway at Miami International Airport and struck several vehicles, killing at least five and injuring five others, officials said.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 6, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Rep. Jason Crow join Margaret Brennan.
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Are mortgage rates heading back above 7%? Here's what experts think.
Mortgage rates have climbed sharply this year amid mounting concerns about inflation and U.S. debt.
See the U.S. cities where worker pay is rising fastest
Although worker wages have risen modestly this year, pay is increasing much faster in some metro areas than in others, labor data shows.
Employer and worker health plan costs expected to jump in 2027
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
August jobs report shows U.S. added 162,000 jobs, blowing past forecasts
Strong hiring last month was driven by gains in education and in leisure and hospitality, with the nation's jobless rate remaining steady at 4.1%.
Sturdy stock market mints a record number of 401(k) millionaires
The number of millionaire 401(k) accounts at Fidelity reached a record 769,000 in the second quarter.
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AfD wins big in German regional election, falls short of outright majority
Alternative for Germany failed to secure an absolute majority in the state legislature to govern alone and overcome the so-called firewall of mainstream parties' refusal to work with AfD.
Armed man arrested after charging at Democratic Ohio governor candidate
Several people were injured when an armed assailant lunged at Amy Acton, the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, campaign officials said.
GOP conference chair says Miller is "our nominee right now" despite allegations
House Republican Conference Chair Lisa McClain said she is supporting Rep. Max Miller's reelection bid for a third term because "I will support anyone with an R behind their name."
Michigan Secretary of State says voters will "know the truth" about elections
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson said she will ensure all eligible voters can submit ballots in the midterm elections, after a judge again blocked the Trump administration's mail-in voting order.
Rep. Crow says Congress hasn't been briefed on Hegseth leak investigation
Democratic Rep. Jason Crow said neither he nor his colleagues in Congress have received "any information" about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's sweeping leak investigation.
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What is postpartum psychosis?
Experts discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression), a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy.
What is postpartum psychosis?
Postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression) is a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy. Correspondent Faith Salie talks with experts about the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis; and with a mother whose experience of hallucinations and distorted reality soon after giving birth threatened her and her family.
A woman was in pain for decades. A chance meeting helped her learn why.
Dawn Jemison started dealing with pelvic pain as a preteen. It took decades to learn why — and to find a solution.
Employer and worker health plan costs expected to jump in 2027
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
Clancy trial highlights need to rethink postpartum care: "The duty is on the system"
Lindsay Clancy's case is resonating with moms across the U.S. — bringing into focus the spectrum of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and the lack of resources for many women.
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AfD wins big in German regional election, falls short of outright majority
Alternative for Germany failed to secure an absolute majority in the state legislature to govern alone and overcome the so-called firewall of mainstream parties' refusal to work with AfD.
Former Cuban President Raúl Castro appears publicly after hospitalization
Former Cuban President Raúl Castro has reappeared in public at a military event celebrating an army branch's anniversary.
Transcript: Energy Secretary Chris Wright on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 6, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Energy Secretary Chris Wright that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 6, 2026.
Transcript: Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 6, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Democratic nominee for governor, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 6, 2026.
Transcript: Sunoco chairman Ray Washburne on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 6, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sunoco chairman Ray Washburne, Republican midterm election chair, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 6, 2026.
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Robert De Niro on helping revive Lower Manhattan after 9/11
As the dust settled on NYC following the 9/11 attacks, Robert De Niro and producer Jane Rosenthal founded the Tribeca Film Festival as a way to pull Lower Manhattan out of the ashes and help revitalize a shattered city.
Robert De Niro on helping revive Lower Manhattan after 9/11
As the dust settled on New York City following the 9/11 attacks, Robert De Niro and his longtime business partner, producer Jane Rosenthal, looked for ways to pull Lower Manhattan out of the ashes. The Tribeca Film Festival, which debuted in 2002, has not only successfully launched a new generation of filmmakers; it has also helped revitalize the city in what De Niro called "an act of defiance." Tracy Smith talks with De Niro and Rosenthal about their festival's mission: to use art as an antidote to what they see as traumatic times facing America.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who recently left us, including two-time Grammy-winning jazz singer Cassandra Wilson.
9/6: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Lee Cowan. Featured: Looking back at 9/11; Robert De Niro on revitalizing Lower Manhattan; how Gander, Newfoundland responded to 9/11; postpartum psychosis; Gloria Steinem and the founding of Ms. Magazine; and the quest for the best burger.
"Come From Away": Transforming tragedy into art, darkness into light
Irene Sankoff and David Hein discuss their acclaimed musical about the residents of Gander, Newfoundland, who offered aid and comfort to 7,000 air passengers and crew members stranded in the wake of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks.
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Self-driving AI Uber put to the test
Leigh Kiniry tests out an autonomous, AI-powered Uber in London.
FBI deputy director on using AI to fight crime
The FBI is using artificial intelligence to fight crime as it leans into targeting cartels and transnational criminal organizations. CBS News' Anna Schecter spoke with FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia about the new technology.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
How AI is reshaping the U.S. Open for players and fans
At the U.S. Open, artificial intelligence is giving players and fans a new way to experience the tournament.
U.S. Open embraces artificial intelligence
At this year's U.S. Open, live artificial intelligence insights are bringing the digital world to the court, reshaping the tournament experience. CBS News digital reporter Lauren Fichten has the details.
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Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
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Detective says cruelty of woman's murder will "stay with me forever"
Lt. Dakota Black of the Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office in Shawnee, Oklahoma, says the case of Makayla Meave, a missing teacher's aide, was one of the most heart-wrenching cases of her career.
A young mom was near death from lead poisoning. Who was trying to kill her?
Hannah Pettey, 22, a married mother of two from Alabama, suffered debilitating pain and lost more than 45 pounds as her health rapidly declined. Doctors suspected either her mother or her husband were trying to poison her.
Mistrial declared in Lindsay Clancy trial
A judge in Massachusetts declared a mistrial in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, who killed her three young children, after jurors said for a third time they could not agree on a verdict.
Luxury brands' labor practices under scrutiny
Italian authorities are turning their attention to the luxury brands at the top of the fashion food chain after allegations of cheap labor and exploitation.
FBI deputy director on using AI to fight crime
The FBI is using artificial intelligence to fight crime as it leans into targeting cartels and transnational criminal organizations. CBS News' Anna Schecter spoke with FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia about the new technology.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
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Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Armed man arrested after charging at Democratic Ohio governor candidate
An armed man was arrested after charging toward the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, Amy Acton, on Sunday during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people, campaign officials said.
Minnesota State Fair marks end of summer
Jonah Kaplan is at one of the biggest state fairs in the country to show us why so many are drawn to some old-fashioned fun in the digital age.
Taliban back in control 25 years after 9/11
Twenty-five years after 9/11 began America's longest war, and five years after it ended, the Taliban is firmly back in control in Afghanistan. Imtiaz Tyab in Kabul with a look back on America's longest war.
School turns Sept. 11 loss into legacy
The Adam J. Lewis Academy in Bridgeport, Connecticut, is a living tribute to principal Patty Lewis' husband, who died in the Sept. 11 attacks on the World Trade Center. "CBS Weekend News" producer Caroline Lewis reports on her dad's legacy 25 years after the terrorist attacks.
Latest on push to restrict mail ballots
The Trump administration has again asked the Supreme Court to intervene in its push to restrict mail ballots ahead of the midterm elections. Taurean Small, who is in Bridgewater, New Jersey, traveling with the president, has the updates.